Saint-Ignace Pass – La Rhune summit loop from Saint-Ignace

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Saint-Ignace Pass – La Rhune summit loop from Saint-Ignace

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Saint-Ignace Pass – La Rhune summit loop from Saint-Ignace

03:29

19.2km

1,200m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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40 m

Saint-Ignace Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Col de Saint-Ignace is at an altitude of 169 meters. It is the starting point for many trails which lead to La Rhune and its surroundings. There is a …

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5.93 km

La Rhune or “Larrun” in Basque is a peak in the Basque Country which rises to an altitude of 901 meters. La Rhune, which is accessible by train or on foot, is located on the border between France and Spain.

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8.09 km

Mountain Pass

8.46 km

Meatzu Ekialde 1-2

Archaeological Site

8.80 km

Larrun Txiki

Peak

10.1 km

Venta Yasola

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La Venta Yasola is an ideal place to take a break while enjoying the view. Open on sunny days, it offers a simple, local menu. Remember to call to make sure it's open!

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10.8 km

Col de Descarga Haundi

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The Col de Descarga haundi offers a small flat area ideal for bivouacking. Several paths converge here, including the GR 10, the HRP (Haute Route Pyrénéenne) as well as paths that allow the ascent of the Ziburu and the Rhune.

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12.4 km

View of the Rhune

Highlight • Summit

The GR 10 path emerges and offers the first panorama of the Rhune when coming from Olhette.

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13.4 km

View of La Rhune from the Miramar

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Miramar is a pretty balcony which offers a superb view of the Rhune. This trail is just above the GR 10.

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14.5 km

Col des Trois Fontaines

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The Col des Trois Fontaines offers a superb view of the Rhune but also of its surroundings. Several paths converge at this location and allow you to vary the approaches to reach the summit.

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15.0 km

Les Trois Fontaines

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Les Trois Fontaines offer a superb view of the Rhune but also of its surroundings.
Several paths converge here and allow you to vary the approaches to the summit.
You will also find a small water source there.

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19.2 km

End point

Train Station

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